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Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Seaside Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.
So what can you do at Goodrington Sands? The first thing that springs to mind is watersports! This a great place to swim, and there are a number of different hire options available, with pedalos, paddle boats and even windsurfing for beginners.
If you’re planning to explore the rock pools at low tide, don’t forget to visit the Seashore Centre first. Here you can learn more about the English Riviera’s sea-life and Geopark through interactive displays. After arming yourself with information, you’ll know precisely what you’ve found lurking under the seaweed!
Read more on our Top 10 Beaches on The English RIviera page.
Type: Sandy with rock pools
Access: Access is easy, level areas throughout. There is a slipway to the beach. A beach wheelchair is available.
Disabled toilet facilities
Dogs:
Banned during the summer season on South Sands. Dogs on the promenade must be on leads at all times. Dogs may be exercised on North Sands beach.
| Goodrington South Sands (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019) |
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Geopark TriathlonThis event starts with a great sea swim in the warm waters of Goodrington Sands. Then it’s onto the bikes for a challenging loop around the Torbay area and finally a stunning out and back off-road coast run over towards Brixham.
Be warned it’s a tough course. The first 6 miles of the bike course...
Coastal Clean-Up @ Goodrington SandsJoin the Coastal Crew and help us keep the shores clean!
In 2019, Living Coasts will be running a series of beach cleans around Torbay.
These FREE events will give you the chance to help the environment and learn more about local species, biodiversity and the shores around us.
The beaches on our...From Paignton, take the coast road heading towards Brixham and Goodrington is signed. There is a regular bus service.
Paignton is the nearest town with good main road access. There is ample parking as well as local rail and bus services. Bus number 12 runs very frequently.
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